Advanced Practice Provider

Advanced Practice Provider - Boulder Neuro & Spine Associates

Boulder Community Health, Boulder, CO

$ $81.04 an hour - Full-Time Days, 40 hours per week

Boulder Community Health is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider for Boulder Neuro & Spine Associates who is responsible for practicing medicine with physician supervision, including conducting exams and writing prescriptions. Within a physician NP or PA relationship, APP exercises autonomy in medical decision making and provides a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services. The role will focus on care of our trauma patients, and will assist in pre- and post-operative care, admission and discharge processes, post-hospital follow up and documentation in compliance with joint commission requirements. This role will collaborate with nursing to develop standards of care and education to best care for trauma patients, and be involved in quality improvement for this population. Surgical assistance in the OR and with procedures will be on an as-needed basis as requested by surgeons. The focus of this role will be trauma patients, but may involve general and acute care patients as needed.

Benefits:

• Health insurance, including a FREE employee only option
• Dental and Vision insurance
• BCH paid Life Insurance; Spouse and Dependent Life Insurance plans
• Short-term and Long-term disability coverage
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement plan with BCH matching contributions, and discretionary lump sum contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Education assistance program
• Voluntary Wellness programs, to include biometrics, wellness team challenges, and much more
• Staff Support Initiatives such as Sound Baths, Meditation, Massages, and Reiki
• Free one-on-one retirement planning sessions
• Employee Assistance Program offering 8 free, confidential counseling sessions for you and your family

Qualifications

• Graduation from a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program as required by licensure.
• Active Colorado Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner License.
• Credentialed by the Boulder Community Hospital Medical Staff Office.
• BLS and ACLS certification required within 3 months of start date.
• PALS and ATLS certification required within 6 months of start date
• One year of trauma, surgical critical care, or general surgery experience is required, with 3 or more years preferred
• Prior surgical experience required

Responsibilities

• Obtains complete medical history and physical data on patients. Reviews patient records.
• Interprets and integrates data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures needed.
• Performs complete physical exam and records findings. Establishes presumptive diagnosis.
• Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
• Synthesizes data to determine preliminary diagnosis and therapeutic plan utilizing principles of prevention.
• Prepares written prescription orders for drugs.
• Assists in transition of care from inpatient to outpatient settings.
• Completes billing for hospital and clinic visits in a timely manner.
• Interviews and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention.
• Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions. Provides patient education.
• Assists physicians by recording patient progress notes. Issue diagnostic orders and transcribes orders.
• Ability to assess, diagnose, and treat all ages served.

About Boulder Community Health and Boulder, Colorado

Boulder Community Health (BCH) is a not-for-profit healthcare organization based in Boulder, Colorado. It provides comprehensive medical services to the Boulder County community, including acute care, emergency services, and outpatient care. BCH operates several facilities, including the flagship Boulder Community Hospital, and offers a wide range of specialties such as cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, and maternity care. The organization is known for its commitment to high-quality care, patient-centered services, and a focus on wellness and prevention.

Boulder Community Health is dedicated to improving the health of the local community by integrating advanced medical technology, evidence-based practices, and personalized care. The healthcare system also emphasizes collaboration with local physicians, wellness programs, and community outreach initiatives. BCH is recognized for its strong ties to the local population and its role in supporting public health initiatives, promoting healthy lifestyles, and addressing health disparities.

Boulder Community Health is a Certified Level II Trauma Center and has received incredible accolades for the wonderful care that we provide including: Newsweek- "America's Best-in-State Hospital 2025"; U.S. News and World Report- "Best Hospitals for Maternity Care 2025"; 5280 Magazine-"21 BCH physicians among 2024 list of the region's best doctors"; Daily Camera People's Choice Awards 2024- Honorable mention, Best Physical Therapy Center; and American Heart Association- Quality Stroke Care 2024.

As an employee at Boulder Community Health, you will enjoy working in state-of-the-art facilities with competitive compensation and benefits, including health/dental/life, tuition reimbursement and an on-site fitness center. You also have access to an incredible Employee Wellness and Support program, employee activities, discounts and more

EOE/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace.

BCH will never conduct interviews or ask for employment documents via text.

This position has no close date. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Location: Boulder Community Health · Bldr Neuro & Spine Assoc of BCH

Schedule: Full-time, Days - 8 hour shifts, M-F; 8-5pm